Month: March 2015
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5 summer diet tips to beat the heat
Looking for smart ways to stay fit and cool this summer? Here’s what we recommend to stay healthy and beat the heat with these 5 summer diet tips: Eat small, frequent meals To digest a large meal the body creates more metabolic heat while breaking down the food. Steer clear of high protein foods as…
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Looking for a healthy pizza? Try our recipe
Who says pizza only makes you pile on the pounds? You can enjoy a healthy version of this tasty treat just by tweaking the recipe slightly. For starters, changing the pizza base can make a lot of difference. If you’re making it at home, use wheat flour mixed with refined. Or buy a whole-wheat pizza…
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Healthy Mutton Curry Recipe
Though often dismissed as a fatty meat, in flavor, not much can compete with a good mutton curry. The meat from an adult goat, mutton has its benefits too – it contains high quality protein, essential amino acids and high levels of valuable micronutrients including iron, zinc and vitamin B. You can prepare a low…
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Can too much fruit lead to weight gain?
We’re all of the opinion that fruits are healthy and can keep you fit and strong as they contain anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber. But can overeating certain kinds of fruit lead to weight gain? As most fruits contain high amounts of natural sugar, if you do not watch out, these can be converted into…
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Healthy festive Recipes for Gudi Padwa, Ugadi
Who says festivals have to be fattening? This Gudi Padwa, or Ugadi, we bring you healthy festive recipes. Gudi Padwa, the Maharashtrian New Year, wouldn’t be the same without the classic delicacy puran poli, a stuffed roti with sweet chana dal filling topped with ghee. Originally made of maida, we recommend you use whole-wheat flour…